Overview
- Reporting published Thursday, August 13, 2026, says the Jaguars declined two substantial trade offers for wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before the 2025 deadline.
- Thomas broke out as a rookie in 2024 with 87 catches for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns but regressed in 2025 to 48 catches, 707 yards and two touchdowns while missing games for ankle and shoulder issues.
- The Athletic and other outlets report Thomas tied for second in the NFL with 10 drops in 2025 and also dealt with an offseason procedure and the death of a close friend, factors that the team views as context for his dip in production.
- Head coach Liam Coen told Thomas directly that the team was not shopping him and has publicly backed his development, a conversation Thomas said helped his focus during the offseason.
- Early 2026 training camp reports show improved deep‑ball chemistry with quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars’ added depth with Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington gives the team room to let Thomas re-establish his role and impact.